RainVUE™️20
The RainVUE™️20 is a high-precision SDI-12 tipping-bucket rain gauge designed for hydrological and meteorological applications, including weather stations and flood early-warning systems. Using advanced digital processing, the sensor automatically compensates for errors caused by high-intensity rainfall, ensuring accurate precipitation and rain-rate measurements.
Built with an aerodynamic, powder-coated aluminum funnel, the RainVUE™️20 minimizes wind-induced losses and provides long-term durability. Users can choose from standard cable lengths or specify custom lengths for installation flexibility.
Key Features
- Powder-coated aluminum funnel suitable for all environments
Extremely robust and ideal for precision-critical applications
Aerodynamic design reduces wind effects for improved accuracy
Measures precipitation intensity up to 1500 mm/h (60 in./h)
Compliant with WMO recommended funnel area
Digital correction for high-intensity rainfall up to 1500 mm/h
Integrated tilt and internal temperature measurements for remote diagnostics
External bubble level for quick field leveling
Adjustable mounting feet for simplified installation
| Sensor type | Tipping bucket with magnetic reed switch |
| Material | 2 mm-thick powder-coated aluminum (for main collector body) LM6 marine-grade aluminum (for base) |
| Output | SDI-12 version 1.4 |
| Sensor configuration | SDI-12 or USB |
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| Power requirements | 6 to 18 Vdc |
| Current drain | 0.8 mA or 1 mA (active) 0.07 mA (quiescent) |
| Internal battery | 240 mAh lithium battery (provides up to 15 days of continual operation after power loss; battery will last longer under ideal conditions) |
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| Measurement uncertainty | Note: Accuracy over the rain intensity range requires a mechanical calibration that is within 1% at a 1 in./h intensity. RainVUE™20 sensors are calibrated at the factory to meet this specification but should be verified prior to deployment. ·
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| Orifice diameter | 20.0 cm (7.87 in.) |
| Collecting area | 314.16 cm2 (48.67 in.2) |
| Height | 43.5 to 46.5 cm (17.1 to 18.3 in.) with feet adjustment |
| Weight | 6 kg (13 lb.) |
| 0.01 Inch option | |
| Measurement range | 0 to 1200 mm/h (0 to 48 in./h) |
| Precipitation amount resolution | 0.254 mm (0.01 in.) |
| Precipitation amount measurement uncertainty | 1% at 0 to 500 mm/h intensity (0 to 19.7 in./h intensity) |
| Precipitation intensity range | 0 to 1200 mm/h (0 to 48 in./h) |
| Precipitation intensity measurement uncertainty | 1% at 0 to 500 mm/hh intensity (0 to 19.7 in./h intensity) |
| WMO complain | No |
| 0.1 Millimeter option | |
| Measurement range | 0 to 600 mm/h (0 to 23.6 in./h) |
| Precipitation amount resolution | 0.1 mm (0.004 in.) |
| Precipitation amount measurement uncertainty | · 3.08% at 0 to 20 mm/h intensity (0 to 0.88 in./h intensity) · 3.6% at 20 to 600 mm/h intensity (0.8 to 23.6 in./h intensity) |
| Precipitation intensity range | 0.1 to 600 mm/h (0.004 to 23.6 in./h) |
| Precipitation intensity measurement uncertainty | 3.58% at 0 to 600 mm/h (0 to 23.6 in./h intensity) |
| WMO complain | Yes |
The RainVUE™️10 is a cost-effective SDI-12 tipping bucket rain gauge ideal for weather stations and flood warning systems. It features the same intelligent digital processing technology used in the RainVUE family to correct high-intensity rainfall errors and deliver accurate precipitation data. The aerodynamic ASA plastic funnel offers UV stability, durability, and reduced wind interference.
Benefits and Features
Durable ASA plastic construction with strong UV resistance
Digital correction for high-intensity rainfall up to 500 mm/h (20 in./h)
Measures rain intensity up to 1000 mm/h
Meets WMO funnel-area standards
Built-in measurements for tilt, temperature, and voltage for remote diagnostics
Integrated bubble level and adjustable mounting feet
Aerodynamic design that minimizes wind-related losses
Onboard data recording with battery backup to prevent data loss during power or communication outages